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title: 'Quality Engineer III - Catheters at Penumbra'
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# Quality Engineer III - Catheters at Penumbra

- **Company:** Penumbra
- **Location:** Roseville, CA
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-09-09
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-13
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/penumbrainc/c7c0a761-5a02-41f3-a7a8-efc3702a03b3

## Job description

General Summary The Quality Engineer III will independently develop and implement appropriate quality system elements to maintain a high level of quality for new and existing products and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and standards. This role addresses problems of advanced scope where the analysis of situations or data requires a review of identifiable factors. The Quality Engineer III will exercise sound judgment to determine appropriate actions and will communicate and implement quality objectives across the organization.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities Collaborate on and/or help lead development and qualification activities for new and existing products.* Collaborate on and/or help lead the development of testing and inspection methodologies and documentation for new and existing products.* Collaborate on and/or help lead Quality Objective teams.* Design and implement quality control process sampling systems, procedures, and statistical techniques.* Design or specify inspection and testing mechanisms and equipment.* Perform failure analyses and defect investigations.* Analyze production limitations and standards.* Recommend revisions to specifications.* Partner with other engineering departments, customers, and suppliers to address quality-related issues.* Collaborate on and/or help lead the development of standard operating procedures.* Facilitate and perform internal audits.* Perform responsibilities required by the Quality System and other duties as assigned or requested.* Provide guidance to junior Quality Engineers and interns in support of departmental functions.* Adhere to the Company’s Quality Management System (QMS), as well as applicable domestic and global quality system regulations, standards, and procedures.* Understand relevant security, privacy, and compliance principles and adhere to applicable Company regulations, standards, and procedures.* Ensure that other department members follow the QMS and applicable regulations, standards, and procedures.* Perform other work-related duties as assigned. *Indicates an essential function of the role.

Position Qualifications

## Minimum Education and Experience

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field. Three or more years of quality engineering or related experience, preferably in a medical device environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Additional Qualifications Familiarity with Quality System Regulations (QSR), ISO standards, and other applicable regulations and laws. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Demonstrated or developing leadership skills preferred. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Location: Roseville, California Annual Base Salary Range: $98,000 to $137,000 We offer a competitive compensation package, along with benefits and an equity program when applicable. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location.

Working Conditions Work is performed in general office, laboratory, and cleanroom environments. Business travel may range from 0% to 10%. May occasionally be required to lift and move items weighing up to 25 pounds. Must be able to move between buildings and floors. Must be able to remain stationary and use a computer and other standard office equipment, such as printers and copy machines, for extended periods each day. Must be able to read and prepare emails, documents, and spreadsheets. Must be able to move throughout the office and access file cabinets and supplies as needed. Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information with employees at all organizational levels on a daily basis.

## What We Offer

- A collaborative teamwork environment where learning is constant, and performance is rewarded.
- The opportunity to be part of the team that is revolutionizing the treatment of some of the world's most devastating diseases.
- A generous benefits package for eligible employees that includes medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) with employer match, paid parental leave, eleven paid company holidays per year, a minimum of fifteen days of accrued vacation per year, which increases with tenure, and paid sick time in compliance with applicable law(s).

Penumbra, Inc., headquartered in Alameda, California, is a global healthcare company focused on innovative therapies. Penumbra designs, develops, manufactures, and markets novel products and has a broad portfolio that addresses challenging medical conditions in markets with significant unmet need. Penumbra sells its products to hospitals and healthcare providers primarily through its direct sales organization in the United States, most of Europe, Canada, and Australia, and through distributors in select international markets. The Penumbra logo is a trademark of Penumbra, Inc.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you reside in the State of California, please also refer to Penumbra's Privacy Notice for California Residents.

For additional information on Penumbra’s commitment to being an equal opportunity employer, please see Penumbra's AAP Policy Statement.

## About Penumbra

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Penumbra designs, develops, manufactures and markets novel medical devices that address challenging conditions with significant unmet need, focusing on stroke thrombectomy and other vascular therapies.
- **Entity Type**: Public (NYSE: PEN)
- **Headquarters**: Alameda, California, United States
- **Founded**: 2004
- **Founders**: Arani Bose, Adam Elsesser

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Medical equipment manufacturing / Healthcare technology
- **Target customers**: Hospitals and healthcare providers worldwide, selling through a direct sales organization in the US, Europe, Canada, and Australia, and via distributors in other international markets.
- **Mission**: “Transform patient care through innovative therapies” and “help as many people as possible” by focusing on areas with high unmet need. [penumbrainc.com](https://www.penumbrainc.com/au/about-us/)

## Products & Services
- **THUNDERBOLT®**: The latest Penumbra CAVT™ (Computer Assisted Vacuum Thrombectomy) platform, the first cleared technology to use modulated aspiration for stroke thrombectomy. [penumbrainc.com](https://www.penumbrainc.com/)
- **Other medical devices**: A broad portfolio addressing challenging medical conditions in markets with significant unmet need, including neurovascular and peripheral vascular therapies. Products are marketed under the Penumbra brand.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: $8.1 billion (as of October 2024, per aggregated data) [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/penumbra-inc)
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of $1.4 billion (latest full year data); in Q2 FY2026 (ended June 30, 2026) revenue was $390 million, with net income of $34.8 million. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/penumbra-inc)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Boston Scientific (listed as parent company in some data sources, though Penumbra remains an independent public company; this may be a data error). Key partners include hospitals and healthcare systems globally. Penumbra has acquired several international subsidiaries (Crossmed, Penumbra Neuro Canada, etc.). [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/penumbra-inc)
- **Growth Signals**: More than 4,700 employees globally (up from ~2,089 in some reports, indicating rapid hiring); available in 100+ markets; recent FDA clearance and CE Mark for THUNDERBOLT; recognized as one of the 100 Fastest-Growing Companies by Fortune in 2019. [penumbrainc.com](https://www.penumbrainc.com/au/about-us/)

## Competitive Advantages
- **First‑mover in CAVT**: THUNDERBOLT is the only cleared technology using modulated aspiration for stroke thrombectomy, creating a strong technological moat.
- **Broad global presence**: Direct sales in major markets and distribution in 100+ countries, with manufacturing and R&D in the US and Europe.
- **High‑growth, high‑impact area**: Focus on acute ischemic stroke and other critical conditions with large unmet clinical needs, driving consistent revenue growth and innovation.
- **Talent density**: Attracts many talent from top medtech companies (Medtronic, Abbott, Boston Scientific, Stryker) and retains engineers and scientists with a mission‑driven culture. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/penumbra-inc)

## Strategic Focus
- **Expand CAVT platform**: Continue rolling out THUNDERBOLT globally, leveraging recent FDA clearance and CE Mark.
- **International expansion**: Strengthen presence in Latin America, Asia, and other emerging markets (e.g., Penumbra Latin America Distribuidora).
- **Organic innovation & acquisitions**: Invest in R&D and pursue strategic acquisitions to broaden the product portfolio (historical acquisitions in Canada, Sweden, Singapore, Italy).
- **Operational excellence**: Enhance manufacturing capabilities (new roles in Roseville, CA, and Alameda) to scale production of complex medical devices.

## Why Work Here
- **Purpose‑driven mission**: Employees directly contribute to saving lives and improving outcomes for patients with neurological and vascular diseases.
- **Culture of innovation**: “High‑powered innovation, cooperation, and fun” as described on the careers page; emphasis on meaningful work and collaboration. [penumbrainc.com](https://www.penumbrainc.com/about-us/careers/)
- **Global but tight‑knit**: HQ in Alameda (San Francisco Bay Area) with offices in Europe and South America; employees appreciate reverse commute and public transit options. [penumbrainc.com](https://www.penumbrainc.com/about-us/careers/)
- **Growth opportunities**: Rapidly growing headcount (over 4,700 employees) and expanding into new markets mean internal mobility and advancement.
- **Engineering & manufacturing focus**: Large technical workforce (R&D, quality, manufacturing engineering) with on‑site roles in Roseville and Alameda; many of the 64 open positions are engineering‑related. [jobs.lever.co](https://jobs.lever.co/penumbrainc)
- **Work policy**: Most roles appear to be on‑site (e.g., Manufacturing Engineer, R&D Engineer); no explicit remote policy disclosed, but the company provides reasonable accommodation for disabilities.

## Sources
1. [penumbrainc.com – Company Homepage](https://www.penumbrainc.com/)
2. [penumbrainc.com – About Us](https://www.penumbrainc.com/au/about-us/)
3. [penumbrainc.com – Careers](https://www.penumbrainc.com/about-us/careers/)
4. [linkedin.com – Penumbra, Inc. Company Page](https://www.linkedin.com/company/penumbra-inc)
5. [jobs.lever.co – Open Positions at Penumbra](https://jobs.lever.co/penumbrainc)

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